Pupils and staff have worked incredibly hard this week as we combine core learning activities with preparing for Christmas celebrations. The pupils (and staff) have coped admirably with changes to routines and some short notice rehearsals. Senior pupils have been patient and kind as they encourage younger pupils to learn their words, practise the songs and overcome stage fright. It is all coming together and we are looking forward to sharing the performance with you.
Student Teachers
Schools are privileged to play a key role in the development of student teachers are they progress towards becoming fully qualified. This is a role we take very seriously as we contribute to the professional development of the next generation of teachers. Next week we welcome Ms Bryce and Ms Adam to Heathery Knowe PS. Both teachers will be with us next week and then back on the 7th January for a ten week placement. Whilst student teachers are in school, we will provide opportunities for them to be involved in all aspects of school life. Class Teachers have a key role in supporting the students each day and ensuring that the learning prepared is challenging and progressive and in line with the curriculum plan. Mr Scott oversees all student placements.
Positive Playtime Steering Group
Mr Scott chaired the first meeting of the Positive Playtime Steering Group. The meeting was very well attended (Mr Scott always supplies high quality biscuits) and it was good to see that pupils, parents and teachers are all working together to take forward school improvement in this area. The first task is to gather the views of parents and pupils and they will work on this before the next meeting in the new year.
Christmas Fair and Shop
The Christmas Fair will take place on Friday 7th December between 6.30-8.30pm. There will be a wide range of stalls and activities on offer. Santa is coming along to see the children. Please come along and support the school. All funds raised are used to enhance pupil experiences.
The Christmas Shop will take place during the final week of school (17-21st December). Pupils have received a leaflet about this. All pupils are welcome to bring along £3 to purchase a gift which they can take home and place under the tree for someone else to receive.
SSPCA Visits
Pupils will participate in workshops with the SSPCA on Monday. All classes will have an opportunity to engage in a discussion about the work of the charity and ways we care for animals.
Enrolment Week
It may seem only a short while since we were welcoming our Primary Ones into school but it is now time to look forward to our pupils who will start with us in August 2019. Infant enrolment week is the week beginning 14th January. On Wednesday 9th January, there will be an opportunity for parents to have a tour of the school and see our wonderful learning environment. If you have friends or neighbours who have a child who will be 5 between 1st March 2019 and 28th February 2020 and they live in the catchment of Heathery Knowe PS then they would register with us or St Louise PS.
What’s on next week?
- 4th Year B.Ed students, Ellie Bryce and Kerry Adam, start at Heathery Knowe
- Friday – P6 – visit to church for Christmas Unwrapped
- Friday – P3 – visit to church for Christmas Cracker
- Friday – Christmas Fayre 6.30pm
Thank you for your continued support
Kind regards
Kirsty Duff
